On Bones

Bones are composed by an organic part (collagen fibers) that gives the bone elasticity and a mineral part (Ca, P, etc) forms apatite that gives the bone its firmness and stability. When a massage is administered to bones of cartilage tissue:

Increases circulation around the facture promoting healing.
Increases mineral retention such as nitrogen, sulphur, and phosphorus in bones. If bone is fractured, the body forms a network of new blood vessels at the break site.